2nd November 2017
Here’s a rather unnerving fact, as highlighted in research from insurance company CPP: a million Britons have moved house because of disputes with their neighbours. Yes, one in 20 of us have opted to sell up because of increasing tensions with — or bad behaviour from — the people who live nearby.
READ MORE4th October 2017
Perhaps it’s because of all the cookery programmes on TV; perhaps it’s because of our national obsession with food; or perhaps it’s because it’s such a sociable place to sit and chat – but the kitchen has become the most popular room in the house.
READ MORE13th September 2017
It’s autumn, it’s the UK… and therefore - inevitably and obviously - it’s freezing. So what have you done to winterise your house? Or were you just planning to have the heating on full blast every day (which is both expensive and ecologically unsound)?
READ MORE22nd August 2017
Need more space for the family but love where you live? Extending your house could be the answer. Research shows that more and more homeowners are choosing to extend instead of moving. It will certainly improve and enhance your home, but needs careful consideration before taking the plunge.
READ MORE8th August 2017
HMO’s have become a bit of a buzzword, and it seems like all investors want to have a HMO in their portfolio right now, in fact EVERY week we are receiving calls and enquiries from investors (usually in London) wanting to buy a HMO with cash ready...
READ MORE1st August 2017
Many of the EPC’s that we did 9 years ago are now about to expire and new ones ordered, but before you do... Have you heard that from next year, all properties have to be a minimum of EPC rating E in order to be rented?
READ MORE24th July 2017
Here at Concentric we are pleased to announce the opening of a new branch in Hinckley.
READ MORE20th July 2017
One of the fastest growing design trends is the ‘outdoor room’ – and what could represent a better focal point for this than a super-cool hot tub? Whether you use it for private relaxation or partying, it’s a brilliant way to create water-based fun – cheaper than a swimming pool and requiring less space. And unlike a normal outdoor pool – which, let’s face it, has only limited appeal in the great British climate – you can use it all year round.
READ MORE28th June 2017
Reaching for the stars! As a letting agent of 27 years and a landlord investor, Sally Lawson, CEO and Founder of Concentric National Sales & Lettings Franchise, has recently been appointed as President of ARLA Propertymark (Association of Residential Letting Agents).
READ MORE21st June 2017
Want to do your bit for the environment, but not sure if you have the time or money to make a difference? Well, with a quarter of the UK’s carbon emissions produced by energy in the home, there are some surprisingly simple things you could do that will make a difference.
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